At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide emotional support and create a safe environment for fans on matchdays.
- Company: Join the iconic Fulham Football Club's wellbeing team.
- Benefits: Unique experience in a vibrant football setting with flexible hours.
- Other info: Casual role with opportunities for job sharing and ad hoc events.
- Why this job: Make a positive impact on mental health during thrilling matchdays.
- Qualifications: Mental health training and experience in supporting emotional distress.
The predicted salary is between 32165 - 40000 £ per year.
Description
Join Fulham Football Club's matchday wellbeing team and help create a safe, supportive environment for supporters and visitors.
This is a unique opportunity to use your mental health experience in one of football's most iconic settings.
Requirements
What you'll do
- Provide compassionate, non-clinical emotional support on matchdays.
- Offer active listening, reassurance and signposting to appropriate services.
- Be a calm, approachable presence in our designated wellbeing spaces.
- Respond to safeguarding and suicide risk concerns using agreed procedures.
- Attend pre-match briefings, post-match debriefs and complete basic reporting.
What we're looking for
- Mental health training and/or relevant qualifications.
- Experience supporting people experiencing emotional distress.
- Excellent communication and active listening skills.
- A calm, professional approach under pressure.
- A strong understanding of safeguarding, confidentiality and professional boundaries.
The role
- Casual matchday position based at Craven Cottage.
- Regular availability for home fixtures preferred, opportunities for job sharing considered.
- Attendance at ad hoc events, where available.
If you're passionate about mental health and want to help make every matchday a positive experience, we'd love to hear from you.
Mental Health Worker (Casual Matchday Role) employer: Fulham FC
Fulham Football Club is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment within the heart of the football industry at Craven Cottage. With a strong emphasis on teamwork and professional development, employees benefit from unique opportunities to engage with high-profile individuals and gain hands-on experience in media relations. The club fosters a supportive culture that values initiative and communication, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers in sports communications.
